Apple’s annual shareholder meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2022. A number of important resolutions are on the agenda and ballot.
Editorial
Blockchain: Explaining the Negative Backlash Over Mozilla's Crypto Donation Option
After swift backlash, Mozilla pulled back on its decision to include cryptocurrency as a way of donation. But why the controversy?
Does The Jon Stewart J.K. Rowling Anti-Semitism Row Prove Apple's Media Fears?
A section of a recent ‘The Problem With Jon Stewart’ podcast about Harry Potter and author J.K. Rowling, caused significant controversy.
Living and Working Conditions at India iPhone Plant Truly Reprehensible
Following a rash of food poisoning cases and a protest at Foxconn’s India iPhone plant, it’s clear we need to look closer at the company.
Charlotte's Favorite Apps of 2021
We’ve (nearly) made it through 2021! Here are three apps Charlotte Henry has used a lot and get some benefit from this year.
Here Are My 3 Favorite Apps I've Been Using in 2021
Here we come to the end of another year, and as always Andrew likes to share his favorite apps he’s been using.
Until Apple TV+ Has Its Own 'Succession' it Will Always Trail Rivals Like HBO
The ‘Succession’ season three finale from HBO underlined what is missing from Apple TV+ – blockbuster, unmissable, best-in-class dramas.
Big Tech Employees Deserve Better Treatment
As the culture of secrecy shrouding tech giants erodes, a fact is clear. Big Tech employees deserve to be treated better than they have been.
Does Apple Need to Get More Into HomeKit Hardware?
Is a lack of Apple-branded HomeKit hardware a death knell for the smart home ecosystem? Jeff Butts explains why he doesn’t think so.
Cool Stuff Found
Companies Totally Miss the Point of App Tracking Transparency
Peloton is the latest to blame Apple’s App Tracking Transparency for lost revenues. Instead of pointing fingers, change they should adapt.
Reflecting on Two Years of Apple TV+
Since its launch, Apple TV+ has beefed up it’s library, including one mega-hit, and won 155 awards. So, how is it place in the streaming wars?
Is the New MacBook Pro as “Pro” As It Could Be?
The new MacBook Pro is certainly a welcome upgrade. However, with some components already outdated, is it as “pro” as it could be?
A Personal Reflection On Steve Jobs' Passing
Kelly was a contributor at The Unofficial Apple Weblog at the time of Steve Jobs’ passing, and looks back to 2011 and coverage of that moment.
Surprise! iPad Mini 6 Has Smaller Usable Display
Frank Cioffi is a big fan of Apple’s iPad mini, but was surprised to find that even though the display is bigger diagonally with the new iPad mini 6, the way that real estate is used makes for less actual usable space in some key areas.
Podcasts
EU’s Mobile Charging Port Law Won’t Stifle Innovation
Cupertino continues to insist the European Commission’s proposed charging port law will stifle innovation. Is this true, or just rebellion?
Conflicting Tales on iPhone 13 Upgrade Plans
One survey says few people have iPhone 13 upgrade plans, another says otherwise. Which is true? Jeff Butts holds little faith in either.
Time for Some Fall App Subscription Cleanup?
As the holiday season approaches, the need to cut spending comes near for many of us. An app subscription cleanup could be the thing to do. Jeff Butts describes what he and others have discovered about their app subscription spending habits over the past 18 months.
Apple’s Bias Against Discussing Pay Equity Rears Its Head in Slack
Apple recently barred employees from discussing pay equity on Slack. Jeff Butts believes this censorship clearly demonstrates Cupertino’s reluctance to deal with an important issue.
Dangers of CSAM Scanning: Princeton Researchers Already Warned Us
If you believe that worries over the dangers of CSAM scanning are rooted in misunderstanding, Princeton researchers have some news for you.
Podcasts
VR Video Conferencing Has Arrived, With a Catch
If you’ve been looking for a more realistic experience in remote collaboration, VR video conferencing is here. You might not like it, though. It’s made by those folks at Facebook, who have proven not the most reliable when it comes to your privacy.
